Tropica
Alpha acid
8.8%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tropica
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Bergamot
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
OrangeTropicalDank
Only in Tropica
PineappleMandarin
Only in Bergamot
MangoCherryZestLemongrassLimeJuniperPepperFloral
Property
| Property | Tropica | Bergamot |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8% | 8–10.7% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 6–8.9% |
| Co-humulone | - | 39–40% |
| Total oil | - | - |
| Myrcene | - | 44–45% |
| Humulene | - | 14–15% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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